Orange Fluff Salad – a retro side dish or dessert made with jello, whipped topping, fruit, and marshmallows. Filled with lots of sweet, classic flavors!
Orange Fluff Salad
Orange Fluff Salad, made with jello and marshmallows, is a scrumptious side dish or dessert filled with lots of sweet, classic flavors. Just grab your gelatin mix, whipped topping, mini marshmallows, and some fruit, and you’re ready to go with this picky-eater-approved “salad”!!
So … if you grew up in the 60s, 70s, or 80s, you might know this recipe pretty darn intimately. Orange Fluff Salad was a staple in some families, especially during holidays. It seems like everyone’s auntie, or grandma knew how to make Orange Fluff Salad!! When I talk to people over a certain age about this recipe, they always recount the best childhood memories …
It’s a classic. But that doesn’t mean it’s outdated! Orange Fluff Salad is, basically, bits of tangy fruit (oranges and pineapples, in this case) combined with melted marshmallow “fluff” and the flavor of orange jello. That’s timeless, in my opinion! Got kids that are tough to feed? Orange Fluff Salad. Got family members that just adore sweets? Orange Fluff Salad.
I guess what I mean is, it’s not like those gross old casseroles you see in ancient cookbooks that have WAY too much gelatin … so don’t run from this post! Orange Fluff Jello Salad is a sweet “salad” dish that everyone can enjoy.
Ready to bring this amazing old recipe back to life? Here you go!
Recipe for Orange Fluff Salad
- whipped topping
- orange-flavored gelatin
- mini marshmallows
- mandarin oranges
- pineapple, crushed
- Additional whipped topping, for garnish (optional)
- Additional mandarin oranges, for garnish (optional)
Note: You can easily double or triple this recipe. When the whole family’s coming over or you have a potluck coming up and you need something that’s going to feed a lot of people, here you go!
How To Make This Orange Fluff Jello Salad
- Place the whipped topping in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle the orange gelatin over the top of the whipped topping and stir until blended.
- Fold the oranges and pineapple into the whipped topping mixture.
- Stir in marshmallows.
- Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
Orange Fluff Salad: FAQs
If any questions popped up while you were reading this post, here’s some additional info about this recipe that you’ll want to keep in mind!
Let it sit a little while longer. I’ve found the longer you wait to eat it, the more the flavors intensify…as long as you aren’t letting it sit in the fridge for more than a few days!
Yes indeed! It should sit in the fridge for about a day if you need it to.
Any of your favorite tangy fruits will taste wonderful, like raspberries or certain kinds of peaches, strawberries, and cherries. “Softer” fruits, like bananas or coconut, are also delicious in this recipe. And you can use this recipe with any flavor of jello, really…it’ll always be so, so good. I just like the orange flavor the best (and I think you will too!!). For add-ins, I also would experiment with crunchy textures, like any of your favorite nuts. Pecans are really tasty. Yum!
I haven’t personally tried it, but lots of folks tell me it does!
How did you like this salad?
Depending on where and when you grew up, this is either a classic or something brand new – but it’s still super tasty, right? Comment down below with your thoughts on the flavor and prep for this orange fluff salad. Did you make any additions? Leave anything out? Was something confusing for you? Let me know, and I’d be happy to help!!
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Orange Fluff Salad
Ingredients
- 1 container whipped topping, thawed 8 oz.
- 1 small box orange-flavored gelatin 3 oz.
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 can mandarin oranges, drained 11 oz.
- 1 can pineapple, crushed, drained 8 oz.
- Additional whipped topping for garnish (optional)
- Additional mandarin oranges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Place the whipped topping in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle the orange gelatin over the top of the whipped topping and stir until blended.
- Fold the oranges and pineapple into the whipped topping mixture.
- Stir in marshmallows.
- Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
Notes
- You can easily double or triple this recipe!
- This is a great recipe for when you need something that’s going to feed a lot of people.
Nutrition
Please note that the nutritional information listed on this page is an estimation based on the products I used. Ingredients and nutritional information can vary significantly between brands. Always be sure to read labels. Please verify that a recipe fits your needs before using it. Nutrition info may contain errors, so please verify it independently. Likewise, recipes may contain errors, so please use your common sense when following them.
Hi I made this for a group of seniors. One started to cry.she said , My mom used to make this for my birthday every year. Thanks for a great memory.
I make this without marshmallows.. Also is best to use Jello brand for better orange flavoring.
My mother added pecans or walnuts and shredded carrots when we were kids believe me it is a great way to encourage good eating for kids and it is a wonderful colorful addition.